Western Star 6900

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

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    STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS

    Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    EQUIPMENTUS

    In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the truck occupants.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESELUS

    A FUEL LEAK COULD CREATE A ROAD HAZARD, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHUS

    If the brake lights fail to illuminate, there would not be a signal to other motorists that the vehicle is slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    TIRESUS

    Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SEAT BELTSUS

    If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANKUS

    An insufficient air reservoir volume may reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of crash.

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    EQUIPMENTUS

    In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESELUS

    Failure of the fuel pump will result in a sudden engine stall with no warning, and with no ability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Western Star 6900date unknown
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

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    PARKING BRAKEUS

    Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.